🔗 Share this article Squad Evaluations: The Three Lions Qualify for the Next World Cup England secured their berth at the global tournament with a comfortable victory over Latvia on the midweek fixture. The Starting Lineup Jordan Pickford – Made a few of excellent stops in the latter period to maintain his remarkable clean sheet record. It's now nine straight in a row. 6.5 Djed Spence – Has taken to international football like a duck to water. Tougher tests lie ahead, of course, but a good start to his England career. 7 Manchester City's centre-back – Two matches in a short span will do the Manchester City defender a world of good. Remains one of the key players on the starting lineup, fitness permitting. 7 Aston Villa's defender – Chosen ahead of Marc Guehi and was flawless. Executed an superb last-ditch recovery tackle in the second half to boot. 7 The young defender – Looked a slightly ring rusty at times, understandable given his scarce minutes at Arsenal. An promising few months ahead. 6 The midfielder – Appears irreplaceable in this England team at the moment. Looks suited to this level and has formed an strong partnership with Rice. 7 Arsenal's engine – Enjoying his number eight role. The backbone of England's midfield is displaying his creative abilities now. Developing into a true all-round midfielder. 7 The forward – Not as impactful as he has been in England's wins over Serbia and Wales. It will be revealed next month who is the leading candidate of the number 10 shirt. 6 The winger – Contributed an key pass to his superb goal against Wales last Thursday. Will be crucial to England's prospects next summer. 7.5 The striker – Playing brilliantly. Boosted his tally for the season to 20 strikes. Has hit the back of the net 76 occasions for his country. Will he achieve 100? 8 Newcastle's attacker – Sharp finish to start things off for England here in away. Has acquitted himself well during this break. 7.5 Subs' Impact The experienced midfielder (for Rice 60) – Kept play flowing in midfield. 6 Eberechi Eze (for Rogers 60) – Excellently taken goal and a menace. 7 Jarrod Bowen (for Saka 60) – Battles on his hands to earn a place when all are available. 6 The defender (for Stones 71) – Predictably, handled everything aerially. 6 Manchester United's star (for Gordon 71) – One pacy run down the left caught the eye. 6 After their place booked, the team can now prepare for the upcoming tournament with high hopes.